Senior Creative Designer – Senior Associate

About the Role

The Senior Creative Designer is a key member of the Creative Services team, specializing in Microsoft Office-based design with a strong focus on executive presentations and branded communication materials for internal audiences.

This role partners closely with executive leaders, partners, and internal teams across the firm to produce visually compelling, brand-aligned materials that support strategic initiatives, leadership communications, and high-priority projects.

You will work in a highly collaborative environment, interacting with global colleagues, particularly in the U.S. and India, requiring strong communication skills, cultural awareness, and an eye for detail.

Key Responsibilities

Microsoft Office & Executive Presentation Design

• Design and format high-impact PowerPoint presentations, Word documents, and Publisher files for internal leadership and firm initiatives.
• Transform complex business concepts into clear, visually engaging layouts while maintaining brand integrity.
• Develop and refine branded templates, slide libraries, and design assets for internal use.

Creative Collaboration

• Partner with Creative Manager, fellow designers, marketing leads, and internal stakeholders to understand project needs and deliver effective design solutions.
• Provide creative consultation to internal teams on best practices for visual communication.
• Collaborate with global team members across time zones, adapting communication style as needed.

Brand & Quality Assurance

• Ensure all deliverables adhere to the firm’s brand standards and visual identity guidelines.
• Conduct quality checks for accuracy, consistency, and visual alignment.
• Maintain organized file structures and asset management practices for easy access and reusability.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Stay up to date on design trends, especially within corporate presentation design and Microsoft Office tools.
• Explore opportunities to integrate new tools and technologies, including generative AI, into workflows.
• Proactively seek feedback and continuously improve creative output.

Skills and Qualifications

Core Skills (Primary):

• 4–7 years of experience in a creative design role, preferably in a corporate or professional services environment.
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially:
• PowerPoint – for advanced formatting, animation, template use, and visual storytelling
• Word – for styling complex documents with branded formatting
• Publisher – for layout-based collateral
• Working knowledge of Excel and Visio
• Strong understanding of layout, typography, and brand implementation within MS Office
• Demonstrated experience supporting executive-level communication and presentation materials

Supporting Skills:

• Intermediate proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Knowledge of Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, or Animate is a plus
• Experience with digital and social graphics is an advantage

Communication & Collaboration:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills—critical for working with senior leaders and global teams.
• Ability to clearly explain design concepts and present ideas to non-design audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive and collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently.

Why Join Us

As part of the Creative team at Grant Thornton INDUS, you’ll have the opportunity to deliver meaningful, high-visibility work in a dynamic and collaborative environment. You’ll help shape the visual voice of the firm by supporting executive leadership with polished and impactful presentations, communications, and branded assets.

We value creativity, professionalism, innovation, and a strong service mindset—and we’re looking for someone who brings these to every project.